Faculty Director - Vocational Studies
East Sussex College
East Sussex
- Salary:
- C£49k
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 23 October 2014
Job overview
Come and work with us in our inclusive, vibrant environment* at Sussex Downs College; supporting learners aged 14+ on our three campuses in Eastbourne, Lewes and Newhaven, and in the workplace. Building on our core values we have ambitious aims to improve the achievements, prosperity and well-being of the learners, employers and communities that we serve.
We have recently created six curriculum centres of excellence, each focused on delivering high quality teaching, learning and assessment. We are seeking an exceptional person to lead our Vocational Studies Faculty; to work with a dedicated team of staff across a range of disciplines and to take a lead role in delivering high quality Apprenticeships. The Faculty is home to an award winning work-based learning team, and a number of UK Skills medal winners - placing us sixth in the national FE College league tables.
We would like to hear from you if you share our passion for learning, and would like to join an energetic, forward-thinking leadership team. You need a strong grounding in the development of skills and employability, and should be able to draw on recent successful experience in further education, training and skills. This post is subject to a DBS check.
*Ofsted 2014
Closing date: Thursday 23 October 2014 (by noon)
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for: Tuesday 4 November 2014
For an informal discussion please contact us on 03030038553.
For further details please visit our website, or phone our recruitment line on 01323 637613 (direct line), 01323 637598 (24 hour), Minicom 01323 637216 or e-mail EastbourneHR@sussexdowns.ac.uk.
www.sussexdowns.ac.uk/about/vacancies
Sussex Downs College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We welcome applicants from ethnic minorities as they are under- represented in this institution.
About East Sussex College
WELCOME TO SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE
Sussex Downs College is located in East Sussex; providing high quality education and training for almost half of the county’s young people. With East Sussex County Council we are a co-sponsor of The Eastbourne Academy – an 11-16 academy which is rapidly raising standards and improving life chances for young people in the heart of Eastbourne. We are also a member of the 157 Group of Colleges nationally, who work together to promote and develop further education. The high standards at Sussex Downs College are founded on the expertise, experience and talents of our staff and the many achievements of our learners. Our diverse curriculum ensures that there are education and training pathways for a wide variety of learners, employees and communities. We work from campuses in Eastbourne, Lewes and Newhaven, and on employers’ premises. We have strong relationships with over 1000 local employers, other educational providers and a range of voluntary and community partners. Sussex Downs College has been awarded Artsmark Gold for its creative and performance arts education, by Arts Council England. We also hold the Matrix Standard for the high quality of our information, advice and guidance.
OUR VISION IS...
...to be a forward-thinking College; valued by the learners, parents and employers that we serve for promoting high expectations and for contributing to social, cultural and economic prosperity. Through our expert and committed staff, we will build and sustain our reputation for excellence; supporting all our learners to achieve their potential, gain personal fulfilment and enhance their employment prospects.
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